Planning Commission backs update to outdoor lighting rules, sends recommendation to supervisors
The Planning Commission recommended an update to Frederick County’s outdoor lighting ordinance to limit glare and light trespass, set different color‑temperature caps for residential (3,000K) and commercial (4,000K) areas, require photometric plans and certified fixtures, and codify setbacks and cutoff times for recreational fields.
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The Frederick County Planning Commission voted unanimously on Nov. 5 to recommend an update to Chapter 165 of the county code that would revise outdoor lighting standards across the county and forward the draft to the Board of Supervisors for consideration on Dec. 10. The proposal was presented at a public hearing and reflects staff work and Development Review Committee input.
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